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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Shrouds.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Purvis's job on the ship?
(a) Quartermaster.
(b) Sails man.
(c) Galley chief.
(d) Steward.

2. What bent the trees on an island Jessie sees off the ship?
(a) A hurricane.
(b) Prevailing winds.
(c) Strong gorillas.
(d) The slope of the island.

3. Why is Jessie comforted by a cockroach in his hammock?
(a) It makes him feel less alone.
(b) It reminds him of land.
(c) It makes it less real to him.
(d) It reminds him that this is temporary.

4. What does Jessie call to his father in his dreams?
(a) Run!
(b) Swim!
(c) Live!
(d) Fight!

5. How much does the Captain pay for each slave?
(a) $5.
(b) $20.
(c) $10.
(d) $15.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the weather on Jessie's first day at sea?

2. Who makes a whip with nine cords?

3. What does the Captain call Jessie?

4. What do the men on the ship start doing when the wind dies?

5. Why is Jessie so hesitant about being on a slave ship?

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